tools and space
We offer the equipment and space to get it done
CaroKen Creator's Academy can help you make your ideas a reality
Woodworking
We have the equipment, power tools and hand tools to make your ideas into reality.
CNC Plasma table
We can cut steel plate to meet your specifications. We weld and forge for creative arts and architectural projects.
Woodturning
Use one of our Powermatic lathes, gouges, scrapers, and sanding equipment. Classes are available ...etc
Chainsaw
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Blacksmithing
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Metal Fabrication
Featuring all you need for Mig Welding
Meet our Members
Ken Riggsbee
Ken Riggsbee
Ken Riggsbee
Retired Army Veteran, Ken is the owner and general manager of the CaroKen Creator's Academy.
Paul Ambrose
Ken Riggsbee
Ken Riggsbee
Retired Army COL, Paul is our Chief Operations Officer, planner, organizer and the catalyst behind getting stuff done.
Steve Howie
Mike Girimont
Mike Girimont
Steve is first and foremost a teacher. Steve was our welding instructor at the Sandhills Community College. Steve is an amazing artist, welder, businessman and musician.
Mike Girimont
Mike Girimont
Mike Girimont
Mike is an artist and expert woodturner; he runs our woodturning classes and hosts the Moore Woodturners Guild. Mike lends his sage wisdom on all things woodworking related.